Big Blue, big-time performance.
Swampscott’s softball team put on a show against visiting Lynn English, 12-2, behind Mia Tringale’s (11 K, 2 BB) performance in the circle. The offense, which connected on 11 hits, was led by Tringale (2 H), Cece O’Connor, Maddie Lilley, and Olivia Barletta.
Do-it-all Kate Johansson of the Bulldogs hit a double and punched out seven batters to go with just four earned runs. Guiding English’s offense were LeaNyah Pineiro and Jianny Bernabel, who collected two hits apiece.
Swampscott visits Beverly Monday at 11 a.m., while English has a quick turnaround and hosts Lynn Classical Friday at 10 a.m.
SOFTBALL
St. Mary’s 30
Arlington Catholic 1
The Spartans (3-2) had hot bats Thursday, taking down Arlington Catholic behind Abbey Sousa’s four hits, five runs, and four RBI. Also contributing were Olivia DiSessa (4-for-4, 4 R, 3 RBI), Gianna Napoli (3-for-4, 2 R, 3 RBI), Ryleigh Williams (3 R, RBI), and Lina Owumi (3-for-4, 2 R, 3 RBI).
Saugus 25
Northeast Metro 12
A 9-0 first-inning deficit was no problem for the Sachems (3-4), who responded with a barrage to take down Northeast Metro at home. Saugus was led by Arianna Chianca (4 H, 3 RBI), Danica Schena (3 H, 2 RBI), Lily Ventre (3 H, 5 RBI), Alexa Morello (3 H, 3 RBI), Layla DeMonte (2 H, grand slam), Maya Pina (RBI), and Sofia McCarrier, who picked up the win in the circle.
Lowell Catholic 4
Lynnfield 2
Lynnfield (2-3) fell short against Lowell Catholic (3-1) despite a strong outing from pitcher Gia Gagnon (6 IP, 6 K, 2 BB, 6 H), who also compiled three singles at the plate. Olivia Kelter (2 H, RBI) and Lily Williams (RBI) contributed offensively, while Lynnfield Coach Hector Longo said Williams was “absolutely dynamite defensively behind the plate.”
BASEBALL
Lynn Tech 8
Boston Collegiate Charter School 1
Tech (3-5) defended Fraser Field with a convincing win against BCC. Jendo Diaz did “an amazing job” on the bump, according to Coach Eddie Lewis, while the defense allowed just one run. Offensive leaders were Eddie Lewis Jr. (2B, R), Christopher Boyd (2 H), and Joanas Perez (2 H), while Colin Newhall (3 K) collected the save.
“We were looking to get back on track and today was a step in the right direction,” Coach Lewis said. “The plan was to not get complacent today. We played a lot cleaner on the defensive side of the ball… I definitely credit my team for trusting the process – win or lose.”
St. Mary’s 8
Malden Catholic 2
Six games played, six games won for the Spartans, who hit the road and defeated Malden Catholic. Jack Zimmerman (6 IP, ER, 13 K) upped his record to 4-0 with Josh Doney (2-for-2, R, RBI) leading the offense.
Peabody 13
Somerville 2
In a five-inning mercy, Peabody’s Max Silvia pitched a complete game and allowed just four hits, two walks, and two earned runs to go with five punchouts. The offense was led by Noah (3-for-4, 2 2B, 5 RBI) and Jake Crocker (2-for-2, 2 RBI, 3 R).
BOYS LACROSSE
St. Mary’s 13
Greater Lowell 11
Finn Racki (6 goals) netted the game-winning strike with 3:33 remaining at Manning Field as the Spartans (4-2) continued their April roll.
St. John’s Prep 10
Xaverian 6
Madden McGowan (3 goals), Jackson Quigley (2), Beckett Lee (2), and Joe Bullard (2) all scored multiple goals as the Eagles flew over Xaverian. Goalie Austin Kitces saved eight shots, while Will Crawford won 15-of-19 face-offs.
BOYS TENNIS
Medford 3
Lynn Classical 2
The Rams (0-5) fell just short on enemy courts against Medford. Classical’s Victor Bun won at first singles, while Mohamed Shehata and Jason Burgos took care of business at second doubles.
Marblehead 4
Malden Catholic 1
Despite a first singles loss, Marblehead (4-1) had more than enough in the tank to take down Malden Catholic on home court. Ty Cooper and Alex Boehning won singles matches. The doubles teams of Leo Winocour/Adam Loughlin and Nico Altonian/Filip Wabno were also victorious.
“I’m really proud of how our boys competed throughout the lineup,” said Marblehead Coach Elisabeth Foukal. “Three of our players played their first top-seven match and came out with solid wins, which shows the depth of our lineup.”
St. Mary’s 3
Arlington Catholic 2
St. Mary’s (3-0) remained undefeated with a narrow victory against visiting Arlington Catholic. Jason Spaulding won his singles match. The doubles teams of Simon Tenorio/Thomas Weber and Ryan Gill/Jacob Gill secured victories as well.
GIRLS TENNIS
Lynnfield 3
Danvers 2
It was a doubles party in Lynnfield (7-0), as the duos of Ella Hayman/Vicky McCrann and Fiona Asad/Nandana Nishanth picked up wins. Add a singles triumph from Lily Alves, and that was all she wrote against Danvers.
St. Mary’s 4
Arlington Catholic 1
Make it three wins and just two losses for the Spartans, who took care of business against Arlington Catholic. Anna Wood and Carolina Toranzo won singles matches, while the duos of Layla Trahant/Callie Allaire and Ava Gigliotti/Madi Desilets picked up doubles wins.
VOLLEYBALL
Lynn Tech 3
KIPP 2
Tech edged its city foe and upped its record to 7-2 in scores of 28-26, 21-25, 25-22, 24-26, and 15-9. Elmer Duran had 18 assists, six digs, and five aces, followed by Didlaire Jacques Jr. (12 kills, 10 blocks, 3 digs), Bryan Robles (7 digs, 3 kills, 3 blocks, 3 aces), Anthoni Diaz (7 kills), Cristhian Penaloza (8 digs), Sam Caraballo (7 digs), and Davi De Oliveira (6 digs).
